Remote Binge Eating Research Study
A clinical study designed to assess the relationship between binge eating, social experiences, and mood among teen girls.
Fast Facts
Female Teens Who Experience Binge Eating at Least Once Per Week
Ages 14-19 Years Old
Compensation Provided
Remote Study
Study Background
Project eMOTION: An Observational Study
Adolescence is a difficult time for everyone. Physical changes, hormonal changes, and increasingly complex social situations can be a recipe for intense stress during this important developmental stage.
In this study, researchers are recruiting teen girls to look at the intersection of three factors: social experiences, mood, and eating behaviors. In particular, we want to find out whether social stressors drive negative moods that might lead to binge eating. If you are a 14-19 year old girl who experiences binge eating at least once a week, you could be a vital part of this important research. Apply now to participate from anywhere in the U.S.!
Study Background
Project eMOTION: An Observational Study
Adolescence is a difficult time for everyone. Physical changes, hormonal changes, and increasingly complex social situations can be a recipe for intense stress during this important developmental stage.
In this study, researchers are recruiting teen girls to look at the intersection of three factors: social experiences, mood, and eating behaviors. In particular, we want to find out whether social stressors drive negative moods that might lead to binge eating. If you are a 14-19 year old girl who experiences binge eating at least once a week, you could be a vital part of this important research. Apply now to participate from anywhere in the U.S.!
Additional Information
This study is being performed to better understand the relationships between social experiences, mood, and eating behaviors in teenagers. Specifically, we aim to understand whether social stressors lead to increases in negative mood that in turn predict engagement in binge eating. Studying these relationships will help to inform treatments for binge eating in adolescents.
Eligibility for you or your child depends on meeting the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
Biologically female
Between 14 and 19 years old
Experience binge eating episodes (objective or subjective) at least once per week over the past 12 weeks
Not currently receiving psychotherapy or weight loss treatment for binge eating
Have access to a smartphone compatible with the study app
Able to read and understand English
Willing to complete daily app-based surveys for 22 days
Reside in the United States
Exclusion Criteria:
Are currently pregnant or planning to become pregnant during the study period
Have a severe psychiatric condition (e.g., active psychosis, suicidal ideation) that would interfere with participation
Are currently in treatment for binge eating or weight loss
Do not have access to a smartphone
Are unable to provide informed consent/assent or do not have a parent/guardian available to provide consent (if under 18)
Are non-English speaking
Participants who enroll will first complete a phone screen with Nemours staff. Then, they will complete a virtual baseline visit (up to 2 hours), during which they will provide informed consent, complete surveys, clinical interviews, and download an app to their phone. After the visit, they will complete surveys on their phones 5 times per day for 3 weeks. All parts of the study can be completed remotely.
Yes. Participants can earn up to $275 for completing the study.
There is no cost for you/your child to participate in our research study.
PI: Stephanie Manasse Ph.D.
Email: stephanie.manasse@nemours.org
Phone: 302.333.0773
For questions regarding the rights of research participants, call the Nemours Office of Human Subjects Protection: 302-298-7613 or email at NOHSP@nemours.org.